Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder and the Brain

June 1, 2021. What is ARFID? And how does the brain contribute to the development of this lesser known eating disorder? I discuss the latest research on neurological causes for ARFID in my most recent post.

Key Points:

• Up to 23% of people in eating disorder treatment programs display symptoms of Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID).

• Those with ARFID don't have weight and body image concerns. Instead, they avoid/restrict food due to discomfort during or after eating.

• Many factors contribute to the development and progression of ARFID, including weight, gender, and psychological/social components.

Read the full article here: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-neuroscience-eating-disorders/202106/avoidantrestrictive-food-intake-disorder-and-the-brain